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FLOW
PATTERNS OF COHESIVE MATERIALS IN STORAGE BINS
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Research
team: Q. Zhang, M.G. Britton, Graduate students |
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 Computer
image processing techniques are used to measure flow patterns
of cohesive materials in bins with inserts. Tests are conducted
using a model bin 2.4 m high, with a rectangular cross-section
1.0 m by 0.4 m. The model bin is made of clear plexiglass so
that material movements can be recorded by video cameras. Video
images are then digitized and analyzed using a computer image
processing unit to determine material flow patterns. Triangular
bin inserts are used in tests. Different insert size, and mounting
methods and locations are studied.
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